AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •You've led functional teams in a retail management role previously
• •You have a general understanding of employment law
• •You have a track record of effective communication and conflict management
• •You understand how to analyze reporting to drive sales
• •You have flexible availability - you're available to work when the guest shops

Desired Qualifications

• •You love AE and Aerie products!
• •You can multi-task and have attention to detail; priority-setting and time management are your strong suits
• •You're passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training
• •You are an entrepreneurial-minded business owner who takes pride in maximizing the daily operations of your store
• •You are passionate about developing a strong team through effective coaching and training
• •You are a pro at making tough, strategic decisions to drive your business
• •You consistently deliver operational excellence
• •You bring your REAL self to work every day
• •You're an expert at driving sales by maximizing overall store productivity and building guest loyalty through a best-in-class guest experience
• •You're entrepreneurial-minded and you create, manage and own your store's business plan to meet KPI goals
• •You're skilled at analyzing reporting and daily sales trends to make real-time, innovative business decisions in order to achieve store financial goals
• •You're passionate about recruiting, hiring and retaining a high-performing team
• •You're an advocate for your team's development
• •You encourage your team to pursue internal opportunities
• •You always have a succession plan in place to ensure a clear career path for all associates
• •You take pride in developing store leadership through leadership development training, performance feedback, individual development plans and annual performance reviews
• •You champion a culture of teamwork and recognition by establishing and communicating goals
• •You hold your team accountable to brand standards
• •You celebrate and reward outstanding performance daily
• •You ensure your store consistently maintains AEO Brand Visual Standards by owning all visual and merchandising processes
• •You are the go-to when it comes to Floorsets, merchandise adjustments and replenishment
• •Your team always has a clear understanding of their role in keeping the store guest-ready
• •You know that maximizing your business requires a well thought-out schedule
• •By evaluating traffic, calendars and payroll reports, you're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs
• •You're able to make scheduling adjustments to meet business needs
• •You leverage your top talent to deliver an impeccable guest experience
• •You demonstrate integrity when making compensation decisions
• •You ensure audit and shrink results meet Asset Protection Standards
• •You follow AEO's policies and procedures
• •You do the right thing - always